Anti-skate devices

Anti-skate devices are small pieces of equipment that are used when playing records on a turntable. They are used to help keep the sound balanced and clear when playing records. They help to keep the needle from going too far forward or backward on the record, which can cause the sound to be scratchy or off-tune. Anti-skate devices create a small counterforce that help the needle stay in place while playing records. It's kind of like having someone hold the needle still while the record spins around.